Kayaks and paddleboards are rented for use on Lake Michigan when there’s a green flag for swimming, available when the beach house is open. There’s a campground. No lifeguards. Pets aren’t ...

The beaches were packed Sunday at ... According to the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, Michigan averages around 40 deaths a year since 2010. Lake Michigan should be taken seriously.

Go horseback riding along Lake Michigan's eastern shore at Silver Lake State Park Beach, or go swimming in or fishing at Silver Lake. To avoid thick crowds, visit the family-friendly beach at ...